But he’s not the only one: Olympic star swimmer Ryan Locthe – who’s been spotted partying in Beverly Hills and Las Vegas post-Games – is also reportedly in the running.

We can only imagine the water-related dates that the hot tub-happy Bachelor folks will conjure up if Lochte is their man. But Lowe also seems to be an appropriate choice, given his popularity with viewers and the franchise’s penchant for recycling contestants. There was previously speculation that Maynard’s other foiled finalist, Arie Luyendyk, was being considered as well.

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Ryan Lochte or Sean Lowe: Who Should Be <em>The Bachelor</em>?

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